Gynecologic oncology
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Gynecologic oncology · Feb 2021
Adapting and avoiding coping strategies for women with ovarian cancer during the COVID-19 pandemic.
The COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in unprecedented challenges for people living with cancer, impacting not only physical health but psychological well-being. The psychological response affects the individual as well as the community and can persist long after the outbreak. We aim to assess coping strategies employed by women with ovarian cancer during the COVID-19 pandemic. ⋯ Most ovarian cancer survivors are using adaptive, problem-focused coping strategies during the COVID-19 pandemic, however many are practicing avoidance strategies as well. As coping mechanisms profoundly impact quality of life, oncology providers must assist patients in identifying coping strategies that optimize physical and psychological well-being.
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Gynecologic oncology · Feb 2021
Perioperative SARS-CoV-2 infection among women undergoing major gynecologic cancer surgery in the COVID-19 era: A nationwide, cohort study from Turkey.
The objective of this study was to determine the rate of perioperative SARS-CoV-2 infection among gynecologic cancer patients undergoing major surgery. ⋯ In the COVID-19 era, gynecologic cancer surgery may be performed with an acceptable rate of perioperative SARS-CoV-2 infection if the staff and the patients strictly adhere to the established infection control measures.
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Gynecologic oncology · Feb 2021
Underrepresented minority representation trends in gynecologic oncology fellowships in the United States.
To evaluate representation trends of historically underrepresented minority (URM) groups in gynecologic oncology fellowships in the United States using a nationwide database collected by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME). ⋯ This study illustrates the disparities in URM representation, especially those who identify as HBNO, in gynecologic oncology fellowship training in comparison to obstetrics and gynecology as well as other medical and surgical fields. Improvements to the current recruitment and selection practices in gynecologic oncology fellowships in the United States are necessary in order to ensure a diverse and representative workforce.